Art Technician

Carey; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Carey Baptist Grammar School in Melbourne seeks a highly organized Art Technician to support the Art & Design team. You will manage materials, maintain studios and assist staff and students with a range of practical and technical aspects of the curriculum.

The role is part-time (0.8 FTE) for 12 months starting in Term 1, 2027, with responsibilities including purchasing coordination, equipment upkeep and exhibition support, contributing to a vibrant creative learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts, education, gallery, studio or related environment.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Confidence working with art materials, equipment and technologies.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Desirable: experience with Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining art materials, equipment and departmental resources.
• Coordinating purchasing, inventory management and supplier relationships.
• Preparing and maintaining art studios, specialist learning spaces and storerooms.
• Supporting safe use, storage and maintenance of equipment, tools and materials.
• Assisting with exhibitions, displays and community events.
• Providing technical support to staff and students across artistic disciplines.
• Supporting VCE students with presentation and exhibition of final artworks.

Skills

Art materials handling

Inventory management

Adobe Creative Suite

Education environment

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Are you passionate about the arts and inspired by the opportunity to contribute to a thriving creative community? We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Art Technician to join our Art & Design team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment where creativity, innovation and artistic expression are valued and celebrated. Through your contribution, students will have access to the resources, spaces and support they need to engage deeply in their learning and showcase their creative achievements.

This is a part-time (0.8 FTE, 4 days per week), 12-month fixed-term position, commencing in Term 1, 2027.

About the Role

Working closely with the Art & Design team, the Art Technician provides administrative, organisational and technical support across the department. The role is responsible for managing materials, equipment and resources, maintaining art studios and specialist learning spaces, supporting exhibitions and displays, and assisting staff and students with a range of practical and technical aspects of the curriculum.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and maintaining art materials, equipment and departmental resources.
• Coordinating purchasing, inventory management and supplier relationships.
• Preparing and maintaining art studios, specialist learning spaces and storerooms.
• Supporting the safe use, storage and maintenance of equipment, tools and materials.
• Assisting with the preparation and installation of exhibitions, displays and community events.
• Providing technical support to staff and students across a range of artistic disciplines.
• Supporting VCE students with the presentation and exhibition of final artworks.

About You

You will be a highly organised and proactive individual with excellent attention to detail and a passion for supporting creative learning environments. You will enjoy working collaboratively, building positive relationships, managing competing priorities and contributing to a vibrant team culture.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience working in an arts, education, gallery, museum, studio or related environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Confidence working with a range of art materials, equipment and technologies.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or similar design software (desirable).

Why Join Us?

At Carey, you will be part of a collaborative and inclusive community that values creativity, excellence and lifelong learning. Working alongside passionate educators and engaged students, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the artistic life of the School and help bring creative projects, exhibitions and learning experiences to life.

Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported and inspired to thrive.

Want to find out more?

If you are interested in joining the Carey community, we'd love to hear from you.

For further information about the role, please refer to the Position Description.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and Carey reserves the right to close the advertisement prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.